Movies and TvShows featuring "womens-rights-activism" theme.

Seeing Allred is a documentary film that follows the life and career of Gloria Allred, a prominent women's rights attorney. It explores her battles for gender equality, her high-profile cases, and the impact she has had on the women's rights movement. The film also delves into her personal life and the challenges she has faced. Overall, Seeing Allred provides an intimate and inspiring look at the life of this iconic feminist activist.

Suffragettes, with Lucy Worsley (2018) is a documentary film that explores the history of the suffragette movement in Britain and their relentless struggle for women's voting rights during the conservative society of Edwardian England. It delves into the tactics employed by suffragettes, from peaceful protests to acts of domestic terrorism, such as arson and bombing. The film also highlights the brutal response of the authorities, including police brutality and prison brutality, towards the suffragettes. Through insightful interviews, historical reenactments, and captivating narratives, Suffragettes, with Lucy Worsley paints a vivid picture of the hardships faced by these courageous women and the lasting impact of their activism.

Ukraine Is Not a Brothel is a thought-provoking documentary that explores the Ukrainian feminist movement. It delves into the issues of exploitation, gender discrimination, and the fight for women's rights. The film highlights the struggle of Ukrainian women against the backdrop of a society plagued by sex tourism, sexual violence, and moral ambiguity. Through interviews, protests, and personal stories, the documentary sheds light on the experiences of these brave activists and the challenges they face in a country striving for gender equality.

The 8th is a powerful documentary that explores the campaign for reproductive rights in Ireland. It highlights the struggle faced by women seeking access to safe and legal abortions, and the fight against restrictive legislation. The film sheds light on the impact of religion, politics, and activism on the issue, covering topics such as the historic referendum, the role of Catholicism, and the fight for women's rights. Through personal stories and interviews, the documentary emphasizes the importance of the abortion rights movement and its impact on Irish society.

Oxana is a woman, a fighter, an artist. As a teenager, her passion for iconography almost inspires her to join a convent, but in the end she decides to devote her talents to the Femen movement. With Anna, Inna and Sasha, she founds the famous feminist group which protests against the regime and which will see her leave her homeland, Ukraine, and travel all over Europe. Driven by a creative zeal and a desire to change the world, Oxana allows us a glimpse into her world and her personality, which is as unassuming, mesmerising and vibrant as her passionate artworks.

Jaha's Promise is a powerful documentary that sheds light on the harsh realities faced by young girls in the Gambia. It delves into the deeply ingrained traditions of child marriage, female genital mutilation, and other harmful practices. The film follows the journey of Jaha Dukureh, a survivor of both child marriage and female genital mutilation, as she fights for justice and change. Through her advocacy work and leadership, she aims to empower girls and put an end to these human rights violations.

Sex and gender are at the heart of one of the most polarising issues of our times. With views from various sides of the debate, is there an end in sight to the conflict?